Matrix International School is planning two unique programmes, which will be part of the curriculum; computer programming and video and film making. Strong supporters of these two programmes are our UK Principal, Chris Frankland, and our Canadian Primary Headmistress, Shannon McIntyre. Chris has been in Malaysia for more than 30 years and is well-versed in Malaysian culture and education, and a keen photographer. Shannon, a strong proponent for video and filming, brings with her more than 10 years of experience in schools globally. She too has spent some time in Malaysia prior to this, under a Government-initiated project, training and supporting Malaysian teachers in selected schools. Chris says that computer programming is a ”must-have” for those who really want to excel in the IT industry, and points out that such courses are extremely successful and popular in the UK. The other core USP, involving digital photography and movie making, is one which can incorporate all subjects, and really place our school on the education map. “One must always be able to use the computer to fast-track and improve our tasks. There is a need to create, and not to merely utilise computer programmes and applications”, Chris says. Shannon, on the other hand, is initiating the video and filming programme which will have many applications. “The objective of this is to integrate photography and film making into all aspects of the curriculum,” says Shannon. Discussions are well on the way with a prominent person from industry players like Entertainment Tonight, Canada as well as our local Astro, in conjunction with local colleges and private Universities. All we can say at this juncture is that learning in our school will be different and it will be fun.... “This is going to be a wholly different International School”, says Chris.
This is a companion discussion topic for the original entry at http://education.malaysia-students.com/2014/06/matrix-global-schools-bandar-sri.html?m=0